مكتوم

Makhtoum

boyArabic

Makhtoum is a Muslim boy name meaning “Hidden, concealed, kept safe”.

MeaningHidden, concealed, kept safe
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingمكتوم
Pronunciationmak-TOOM
Arabic rootك ت م (k-t-m) — to conceal, to keep hidden
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Makhtoum

Makhtoum is an uncommon spelling of Maktoum (Maktūm), meaning 'kept hidden' or 'concealed'. The name is known from the Companion ʿAbd Allāh ibn Umm Maktūm, the blind muezzin of Madinah, and today from the Al Maktoum ruling family of Dubai. The usual spelling is Maktoum, with a plain 'k'.

Is Makhtoum a Muslim name?

Yes. Maktoum (also spelled Makhtoum) is an Arabic Muslim name, recalling the Companion Ibn Umm Maktum and well known through Dubai's ruling family.

Where is the name Makhtoum used?

Mainly found in the UAE and the Gulf, usually spelled Maktoum.

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Spellings and variants of Makhtoum

MaktoumMaktumMaktoom

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Makhtoum mean?

Makhtoum means 'Hidden, concealed, kept safe'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Makhtoum a Muslim name?

Yes. Maktoum (also spelled Makhtoum) is an Arabic Muslim name, recalling the Companion Ibn Umm Maktum and well known through Dubai's ruling family.

How do you write Makhtoum in Arabic?

Makhtoum is written مكتوم in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Makhtoum?

Makhtoum is pronounced mak-TOOM.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.